US Medical Term · conditions
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Fibrosis pulmonar
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Pulmonary Fibrosis |
| Spanish (Español) | Fibrosis pulmonar |
| Chinese (中文) | 肺纖維化 |
| Korean (한국어) | 폐섬유증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Xơ phổi |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Pulmonary Fibrosis |
| Portuguese (Português) | Fibrose pulmonar |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ปอดพังผืด |
| Japanese (日本語) | 肺線維症 |
What it means
Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious lung disease in which the lung tissue becomes scarred and thickened, making it harder for lungs to work properly. When no cause is identified it is called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Causes can include long-term exposure to dust, toxins, certain medications, or autoimmune diseases. Symptoms include a dry persistent cough, progressive shortness of breath, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. The scarring is irreversible. Medications such as nintedanib and pirfenidone may slow progression. Pulmonary rehabilitation, oxygen therapy, and eventually lung transplant may be options. Early diagnosis and specialist care are essential to managing this condition.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and want to understand my treatment options.
Me han diagnosticado fibrosis pulmonar y quiero entender mis opciones de tratamiento.
How quickly does pulmonary fibrosis progress and what can slow it down?
¿Qué tan rápido progresa la fibrosis pulmonar y qué puede frenarla?
Should I be evaluated for a lung transplant due to my pulmonary fibrosis?
¿Debería ser evaluado para un trasplante de pulmón por mi fibrosis pulmonar?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
J84 Other interstitial pulmonary diseasesRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026